Smithfield police officer resigns after being charged with sex crimes with minor

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Karl Washington

ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY, Va. - A former Smithfield Police officer has been charged with sex crimes with a minor.

Virginia State Police will not comment on when the alleged crime occurred but a News 3 investigation has discovered Karl Washington, a former Smithfield police officer, was arrested and charged with one count of sexual battery and one count of indecent liberties with a child by a custodian.

According to the arrest warrant an incident in Isle of Wight County on October 8, 2017 prompted an investigation and landed Washington behind bars after months of a multiple-agency effort.

Washington turned himself in over the weekend and was denied bond in a Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court on Monday. He is currently incarcerated at Western Tidewater Regional Jail.

"At this point, the investigation is still pending with Virginia State Police and Karl Washington has resigned from the Smithfield Police Department. Unfortunately, I am unable to provide more information. Please contact Virginia State Police."

News 3 is working to obtain more information about the alleged crime. Stay with us for all updates.